Businessman Willie Wilson running for Chicago mayor for 4th time

Updated 3 hours ago
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago businessman Willie Wilson is running for mayor, ABC7 learned Wednesday.

It's the fourth time he's launched a campaign for the seat.



Wilson joins an already crowded field.

Current Mayor Brandon Johnson has not said if he will run for reelection in 2027.

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